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Dr. Bonnie Henry says B.C. will aim for 'gradual' easing of restrictions

Dr. Bonnie Henry says B.C. will aim for 'gradual' easing of restrictions

'But all bets are off if things change'
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'Absolutely': Dr. Bonnie Henry says asymptomatic people should be tested for COVID-19 if they think they were exposed

'Absolutely': Dr. Bonnie Henry says asymptomatic people should be tested for COVID-19 if they think they were exposed

But many British Columbians say they were refused a COVID-19 test despite expressing concerns
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Active COVID-19 infections in B.C. drop in 17th straight update

Active COVID-19 infections in B.C. drop in 17th straight update

Two more deaths raise province's death toll from COVID-19 to 1,650.
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Provincial government provides healthcare workers with mental health supports

Provincial government provides healthcare workers with mental health supports

Nurses and doctors continue to face fatigue and burnout
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West Van party hosts fined $2,300 each

West Van party hosts fined $2,300 each

Police say dozens of teens told to disperse
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B.C. government to provide $50M to help tourism sector

B.C. government to provide $50M to help tourism sector

Eligible expenses include payroll, rent and utility costs related to restarting or ramping up operations in preparation for gradual reopening
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Police can now issue fines for not wearing a mask in B.C.'s fitness facilities

Police can now issue fines for not wearing a mask in B.C.'s fitness facilities

Fitness facilities include gyms, fitness studios and dance studios
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COVID gargle test kits for kids available at North Van schools

COVID gargle test kits for kids available at North Van schools

Both SD44 and SD45 now have kits available for students who develop symptoms while at school
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'Put those selfies out': Dr. Bonnie Henry calls on British Columbians to celebrate vaccine status

'Put those selfies out': Dr. Bonnie Henry calls on British Columbians to celebrate vaccine status

B.C.'s top doctor is calling for your selfies.
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Vaccine update: B.C. promises AstraZeneca recipients will get second dose from manufacturer

Vaccine update: B.C. promises AstraZeneca recipients will get second dose from manufacturer

AstraZeneca recipients may soon get to choose whether to opt for Pfizer vaccine for second dose
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